Considering the recent decline in fertility among young people, it appears that Danes will have fewer children in the coming years, rather than more. This has significant implications for the Danish economy, according to a new analysis.

While many lament the declining birth rate, it’s filling the state coffers

Illustration: Tomas Østergren. Foto: Karolina Jonderko
Illustration: Tomas Østergren. Foto: Karolina Jonderko
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The significant decrease in the number of children born to Danes in recent years is causing considerable concern. However, official projections suggest that fertility will rise again in the coming years from the current 1.5 children per woman to nearly 1.7 children per woman. This assumption is based on the belief that many have simply delayed having children and will do so soon.

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